Category: PSUs

Cooler Master GX III Gold 850: The only one with a right angle 16-pin

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The GX III Gold 850 PSU is in a number of design aspects different than what might be described as a typical ATX 3.0 model. One of the aspects is the significantly different approach to cable design with the 12VHPWR connector for external graphics card power. The wires behind the connector are unconventionally bent at right angle for the sake of maximum robustness. But this power supply represents more than one way of looking at things. Read more “Cooler Master GX III Gold 850: The only one with a right angle 16-pin” »

Fractal Design Anode (550 W) or a really cheap power supply

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We will also take the Fractal Design Anode PSU to the external testlab to analyze its electrical properties. This one doesn’t really fit into the mosaic of the others, as it is a power supply with support for the older ATX standard, it also has significantly lower power compared to the others, and according to the 80 Plus Bronze branding, it is expected to have lower efficiency as well, but again, it will be a good one to illustrate how such a low-budget option compares. Read more “Fractal Design Anode (550 W) or a really cheap power supply” »

FSP Hydro G Pro ATX 3.0. From creators of the unforgettable

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The legendary “Fortrons” are ancient history, but many of you still remember them vividly. Especially when it comes to the Blue Storm model series, which among the cheaper ones of its time represented one of the few alternatives. Its manufacturer was FSP, as is the case with the Hydro G Pro. With that, we can also talk about better affordability for a powerful, 850-watt model. Read more “FSP Hydro G Pro ATX 3.0. From creators of the unforgettable” »

Chieftec Polaris 3.0: Circular grille is still alive

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Loyalty beyond the grave. This, too, is how one might define the relationship between Chieftec and the circular grille. Unlike other manufacturers, they haven’t shied away from it, and their Polaris 3.0 is the only one of the ATX 3.0 power supplies we’ll be testing with a really proper setup in front of the fan. Naturally this is a minor thing and what’s key is everything behind the grille. Still, the first impression Chieftec’s PSU gives is a really good one. Read more “Chieftec Polaris 3.0: Circular grille is still alive” »

Asus ROG Strix 850G Aura: Biggest power supply on the list

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It gives a very good first impression. The design of the housing is something that sets this Asus ROG Strix 850G Aura PSU apart from the rest. Besides the above-standard dimensions, which suggest that it could be “rich” inside as well, there’s also a rather sophisticated cover or grille, and in line with aesthetic trends, there are also ARGB LEDs. What remains to be seen is what form the main thing will take – the electrical characteristics. Read more “Asus ROG Strix 850G Aura: Biggest power supply on the list” »

Vertex GX-850 or entry level ATX 3.0 PSU by Seasonic

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What kind of power supply tests would it be without Seasonic represented? Under this brand, which has long held one of the best reputations among computer power supplies, there are already three lines of power supplies with support for the ATX 3.0 standard. In the tests we will focus on the most affordable one, the Vertex GX. Before we get into the electrical measurement results though, let’s go over the basic design details. Read more “Vertex GX-850 or entry level ATX 3.0 PSU by Seasonic” »

Enermax ERT850EWT: Shake off the dust, set the ARGB LED and…

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For the upcoming test of power supplies with support for ATX 3.0 standard, we now have an Enermax model ready as well. The Revolution D.F. X combines more unconventional features, which makes it a pretty decent, unique power supply. Apart from some really rare features, Enermax is also betting on solid electrical wiring or an extra practical cabling. And yet it doesn’t outprice the competition. Read more “Enermax ERT850EWT: Shake off the dust, set the ARGB LED and…” »

BeQuiet! Dark Power 13, ATX 3.0 PSU with a titanium rating

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BeQuiet! concentrates the most advanced it can produce from computer power supplies under the Dark Power model line. The ATX 3.0 standard shifts the numbering to “13”, which is supposed to be over 95% efficient in the most effective load range.And although a sad sight of a melted 16-pin recently appeared on Reddit in connection with Dark Power 13, the design of these power supplies is not guilty of this, and we have evidence to back it up. Read more “BeQuiet! Dark Power 13, ATX 3.0 PSU with a titanium rating” »

Warning color as a fire protection measure for new MSI PSUs

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The second wave of MSI power supplies supporting the ATX 3.0 standard is marked by, in addition to the lower price, one small but attention-grabbing detail. The latter was created in response to the drama surrounding the 12VHPWR connector. In a clever, practical way, another form of prevention has been added for ordinary, less experienced users to prevent possible difficulties due to insufficient electrical contact. Read more “Warning color as a fire protection measure for new MSI PSUs” »

DeepCool PX1000G preview: Kilowatt and native 16-pin connector

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We’re continuing to gather resources into, let’s say, a larger comparative test. DeepCool has the PX series for the new ATX 3.0 standard. Its 1000W seems like an attractive option for computer builds with a very powerful graphics card and CPU in a combined load. In such a situation, the PX1000G power supply should perform in the most efficient spectrum. The price? 180 EUR. Read more “DeepCool PX1000G preview: Kilowatt and native 16-pin connector” »

MSI MPG A850G: One of the first ATX 3.0 PSUs in detail

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Power supplies with support for the latest ATX 3.0 standard are slowly increasing in numbers and we will make some order among them – by pointing out the “better” and “worse” models. Based on this, you will then be able to choose the one that you consider to be more advantageous with regard to the price and to the use case. We’ll start lightly, with a brief analysis of the 850-watt A850G, by MSI. Read more “MSI MPG A850G: One of the first ATX 3.0 PSUs in detail” »

Enermax introduces ATX 3.0 standard with the Revolution series

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Enermax now also has its irons in the fire among ATX 3.0 PSUs. The “weaker” variant has a rated power of 1000 W, the more powerful up to 1200 W. The main attraction of these PSUs (not only the new Enermax Revolution, but ATX 3.0 models in general) is the 16-pin connector for external power supply of GeForce RTX 4000 graphics cards. And the Enermax PSUs have two of them, which is one of the competitive advantages compared to other solutions. Read more “Enermax introduces ATX 3.0 standard with the Revolution series” »

A host of BeQuiet! news: Cheap ATX 3.0 PSU and thermal pastes

News, PSUs, TIMs | | Ľubomír Samák

Shortly after the Dark Power 13 power supplies, BeQuiet! is releasing significantly cheaper alternatives from the Pure Power range (12 M), in up to five output variants starting at 550 W. In this instance too, these are PSUs that are designed to meet the more stringent ATX 3.0 standard. In addition, BeQuiet! is expanding its range of thermal pastes, one of which is actually a liquid metal with a higher stated thermal conductivity than TG Conductonaut. Read more “A host of BeQuiet! news: Cheap ATX 3.0 PSU and thermal pastes” »

Dark Power 13 or what the new ATX 3.0 PSUs from BeQuiet! look like

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The year 2023 in hardware will also be characterized by the advent of power supplies with support for the ATX 3.0 standard. BeQuiet! currently introduced its irons in the fire. Due to more stringent quality criteria, the German company has launched the high-end Dark Power 13 models in three variants, with rated wattages of 750, 850 and 1000 W. All of them have the 80 Plus Titanium efficiency certification. Read more “Dark Power 13 or what the new ATX 3.0 PSUs from BeQuiet! look like” »

600 W via two 12-pins. BeQuiet! has an adapter for RTX 4090

Graphics, News, PSUs | | Ľubomír Samák

Current ATX (2.x standard) power supplies are quite unprepared, at least for the RTX 4090 graphics card. Connecting it to them is only possible via an adapter, and a rather awkward one – with a big tangle of wires. As an alternative, BeQuiet! has released its solution, the 12VHPWR adapter. In its essence, it is a fork (with two 12-pins) that will work with the upcoming ATX 3.0 power supply standard. Read more “600 W via two 12-pins. BeQuiet! has an adapter for RTX 4090” »

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